Gingerbread House Dough Recipe

Name: Gingerbread House Dough
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 c. white shortening; 1 c. packed brown sugar; 1 1/2 c. dark molasses; 2/3 c. cold water; 7 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. allspice; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. cloves; 2 tsp. ground ginger

Servings: persons

1/3 c. white shortening
1 c. packed brown sugar
1 1/2 c. dark molasses
2/3 c. cold water
7 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. ground ginger

1
Cream shortening.
2
Beat in sugar.
3
Add molasses.
4
Add water alternately with dry ingredients.
5
Chill dough about 1 hour.
6
Roll out to 1/4-inch thickness.
7
Cut pieces for house from dough. Transfer to cookie sheet.
8
Bake at 375u00b0 until done.
9
Construct house.
10
Frost and decorate with candies.
11
Let your imagination be your guide.

1762

kcal

Calories

Fat

379

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 c. white shortening, 1 c. packed brown sugar, 1 1/2 c. dark molasses, 2/3 c. cold water, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread House Dough falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Gingerbread House Dough

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